Healthy Snacks

Research shows that healthy habits lead to better learning at school. Parents are encouraged to:

Honor your child’s birthday by sending non-food treats such as stickers or pencils

Ask your child’s teacher what non-food or healthy rewards/incentives they are using in the classroom

Become involved in planning seasonal parties that include games, crafts and healthy foods and beverages

Participate in brainstorming ideas for healthy, non-food focused school fundraisers

Kids consume up to 50 percent of their daily calories and nutrients at school. The meals they eat can either provide them with the energy they need to be full and attentive at their desk or subtract from the lessons they are learning in the classroom.

To help teachers, parents and students, we’ve developed a list of what’s in and what’s out with Bloomington’s School Snack Guidelines.

WHAT'S IN

WHAT'S OUT

Celebrating birthdays in fun and memorable ways that make kids feel valued and loved

Celebrating with cupcakes, candy and excess sugar that makes it harder for kids to concentrate and learn

Making special events in the classroom safe and enjoyable for all with creative celebrations that don’t include food

Dealing with food allergies, dietary requirements and medical conditions that prevent some kids from participating

Rewarding students for academic performance or good behavior with special privileges or activities

Handing out candy and sugary treats that make it harder for kids to focus in class